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Learning as global citizens

Curriculum for Excellence seeks to develop children and young people as global citizens and equip them with the skills, values and attributes to thrive in, and contribute to, their local, national and global community, now and in the future.

The learner:

is optimistic

is resilient, creative and enterprising

communicates confidently

is motivated to take action

is committed to human rights and living sustainably

contributes to community life

thinks critically and recognises bias

is caring, and respectful of others

values equality and diversity

develops informed, ethical views of complex issues

appreciates Scotland’s diverse culture, heritage and place in the world

evaluates scientific, technological and environmental issues

can make connections and link learning to real-life issues

understands different beliefs and cultures

believes in making a difference

recognises the interdependence of people and nature

participates in democratic processes.

Ask the pupils to think about some of the following challenges the country may face in welcoming newcomers to this country.

Where are the immigrants going to live?

What if the immigrants don’t speak English, how will they learn and who will teach them?

What can the government do to help new immigrants adjust to life here?

Aside from economic considerations, ask students how we can address the intolerance some people have toward newcomers to this country.

Remind students that the U. K. is a nation of immigrants and the many contributions immigrants make.